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Department of Health and Nutrition

Our Department of Health and Nutrition courses include degrees in nursing, physiotherapy and food and nutrition, backed by state-of-the-art simulation facilities on campus, including a six-bed hospital ward, and a food science suite.

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Lecturer

Darren Chesworth

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Lecturer

Ed Benskin

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Associate Lecturer

Ben Franks

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Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead, Food and Nutrition

Heather O'Neill

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Senior Lecturer

Matthew Holmes

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Lecturer

Dr Lourdes Santos-Merx

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Director of Strategic Partnership Projects

Mark Godwin

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Programme Lead, Sports Coaching and Education

Nathan Price

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Lecturer

David Hall

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Lecturer

Dr Fiona Higgs

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Department of Sport

Our Department of Sport provides hands-on training in everything from strength and conditioning to sports therapy and specialist management courses for the sports industry, with access to cutting-edge facilities.

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Vice Dean (School of Health, Life Sciences and Education)

Stephen Garvey

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Senior Lecturer

Jennie Phillips

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Senior Lecturer and Physiotherapy Practice Based Lead

Katarina Trumm

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Lecturer (FE Sport)

Dan Bennett

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Lecturer

Megan Dixon-Bath

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Deputy Head of Department

Carl Bennett

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Head of Department - Health and Nutrition

Carla Phillips

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International tuition fees

Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.

Other

Lecturer

George Babalev

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Lecturer

Holly Mills

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Senior Lecturer

Matt Greasley

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Senior Lecturer

Alex Harris

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Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead

Gareth Bate

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Lecturer

Dr Tom Taylor

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Business

University College Birmingham’s commitment to vocational education, from apprenticeships through to Master’s Degrees, means we actively promote engagement with business across a variety of platforms. We can support your industry through training and support, work placements and job opportunities –…

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Lecturer

John Lubaale

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Schools

University College Birmingham comprises of four schools, which are responsible for delivering courses to students at all levels of study.

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International Study at University College Birmingham

Voted in the top 25 for international study (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024), University College Birmingham, a renowned specialist university, offers a wide range of courses for international students.

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Our economic impact

At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.

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Study a UCB Programme Overseas

Find out more about studying a UCB Programme Overseas

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Whatuni award winners 2024

University College Birmingham has won awards for its student support, international and postgraduate provision in the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice.

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Accessibility Statement

The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

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Senior Lecturer

Scott Banks

News and insights

New industry accreditation for strength, conditioning and sports nutrition students

Students on the Strength, Conditioning and Sports Nutrition degree at University College Birmingham now have wider access to industry networks and opportunities thanks to a brand new course accreditation from a top industry body.

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Food and nutrition degree receives accreditation from top professional body

University College Birmingham has achieved formal accreditation from the Association for Nutrition (AfN), making its Food and Nutrition BSc (Hons) degree an AfN ‘accredited degree’ programme.

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Strength of student voice recognised in National Student Survey 2024

University College Birmingham’s commitment to listening to the voices of its students has been recognised in the National Student Survey 2024. The University scored 84.5% in the annual survey for taking on student feedback to improve courses, six points higher…

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Dietetics students learn from the professionals at networking event

University College Birmingham students and registered dieticians gathered at the Restaurant at the Birmingham College of Food to share experiences and professional advice over an event to mark Nutrition and Hydration Week.

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It's a bug's life at Applied Food and Nutrition final project presentation day

Applied Food and Nutrition students have wowed assessors with cutting-edge solutions to current issues affecting the British public’s health and nutrition.

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Food and Nutrition students make budget-friendly bites for Sandwell Council

Students on UCB’s Food and Nutrition course have been tasked by a local council to concoct a range of delicious, balanced meals for under 50p for a single serving.

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Food and Nutrition student Christie does her bit for World Hunger Day

According to Oxfam, 1 in 6 parents have gone without food to afford to feed their families. Even more concerning, almost 40% of the population are just one heating bill or broken washing machine away from poverty.

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Grenade boss shares secrets of success at employer networking event

The boss of nutrition brand Grenade shared the secrets of his entrepreneurial journey at an event at the University hosted by Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce (GBCC).

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UCB and Schwarzkopf project makes dreams come true

An innovative talent-spotting project, pioneered by University College Birmingham in association with Schwarzkopf, is going from strength to strength.

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UCB aims high with its apprenticeship programme

University College Birmingham’s apprenticeship programme is going from strength to strength – with 30 per cent of its current cohort on a higher level apprenticeship.

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University joins the Association of Event Venues

The membership brings together the strength of Tourism and Event Management courses on offer at the University, with the combined voice of venues both in the UK and Internationally.

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Ivy Wambui Njagi

Originally from Kenya, Ivy chose to study Food and Nutrition because of a strong interest in the relationship between food, health, and wellbeing, particularly within communities.

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New funding available for V300 postgraduate nurse prescribing course

The Department of Health and Nutrition has successfully secured new funding for registered nurses hoping to embark on our recently created nurse prescribing course.

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Blog | How to stay healthy in Veganuary

Stephen Garvey, Deputy Dean (Teaching, Learning and Digital) and Carla Phillips, Head of Health, discuss top tips for ensuring you are taking care of your body and maximising your nutrition when adopting a new diet.

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UCB holds Food Launch event to promote new GCSE

UCB worked with the Food Teacher’s Centre to host a special GCSE Food Launch event in preparation for the new GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, which will be taught in schools as of September 2016.

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Students develop out-of-this-world recipes for MARS

A group of Culinary Arts Management, Food and Nutrition and Bakery and Patisserie Technology students have been enlisted by major food company MARS to come up with creative recipes using some of the company’s most popular food products.

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Students digitally link-up with fresh produce supplier to grow sustainability knowhow

Sustainable food production processes are a global priority and final year Food and Nutrition undergraduates were digitally teamed up with one of Europe’s leading suppliers of fresh produce to increase their industry knowledge.

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Rinki Sandhu

High-flying Rinki has established her own brand of healthy meals for children aged 4-12, but it was her experience at UCB that gave her the confidence to drive for meaningful change in youth nutrition.

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Kayaking star hails UCB after winning bronze at international canoe marathon

A sports student has praised University College Birmingham staff for their support after winning bronze...

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Nicola Brady

While studying at university, Nicola realised that as well as participating in sport, she had a passion for coaching and teaching others.

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Minute’s silence for student in first game between sports undergraduates and Blues

A minute’s silence was held for a University College Birmingham student who tragically died last month at the first game in a new partnership between the University and Birmingham City FC.

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Kanwal Rauf

Kanwal brings vast expertise to this new course and is dedicated to promoting learning strengths across diverse groups of students.

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Birmingham City FC partnership gives school leavers new pathway into sports career

An exciting new pathway to help school leavers land their dream career in sport is on its way thanks to a first-of-its-kind partnership between University College Birmingham and Birmingham City Football Club.

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Top Midlands clubs among firms coming to sports employability extravaganza

Sports students will have the chance to meet with staff from top Midlands sports clubs as part of an employability extravaganza at University College Birmingham.

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Sports scholar Kai enjoys triumphant debut at Royal Windsor Triathlon

A University College Birmingham sports scholar has swum, cycled and run his way to glory in a prestigious UK triathlon – with a helping hand from UCB.

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Trailblazers discuss improving access to nutritious food at university restaurant

Hosted at the award-winning Restaurant at the Birmingham College of Food, the ‘Food Security & Resilience’ Creative Dinner brought together trailblazers across the food system to discuss improving access to nutritious and affordable food.

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Sports scholar eyes international success after winning national hurdles title

A sports scholar from University College Birmingham is targeting a spot at this summer's biggest international athletics championships after securing his first senior national title.

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Sports graduate makes Top 100 in UK marketing influencer awards

A go-getting graduate who now organises VIP hospitality for the likes of Wimbledon has been named one of the top 100 influencers in marketing.

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Former NFL coach among leading speakers at third annual UCB sports conference

Trailblazing American football coach Phoebe Schecter will be among the guest speakers at an exciting sports conference to be held at University College Birmingham this month.

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From ‘nothing’ to nationwide – how Marcus built flourishing sports therapy firm

From running a part-time injury care unit out of his car to opening his own sports therapy clinic and making preparations to expand nationwide – it's been quite a journey in business for University College Birmingham graduate Marcus Slade.

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Olympic runner among University's sports stars boosted by scholarship scheme

From an Olympic track athlete to a budding basketball star and an ambitious football player-coach, there is no doubt University College Birmingham's newest sports scholars are a crop well worth watching out for.

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Mark Godwin

Lecturer Mark has 25 years of elite sport performance and coaching experience. He reveals what you can gain from our master’s course.

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University of Warwick partnership set to boost young people and economic recovery

The University of Warwick and University College Birmingham have announced a new partnership that will provide more opportunities for young people and strengthen the post pandemic economic recovery of the West Midlands.

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Ex-student Kyle’s football career hits new heights with Huddersfield Town

Things are really kicking off for a former University College Birmingham student-turned-professional footballer who has been snapped up by a Championship club.

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Footballers fly the flag for St Kitts and Nevis at international championship

Two budding young footballers from University College Birmingham have had the chance to perform on the international stage by representing their country in a top continental competition.

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Sports Management degree becomes first in the world to gain DMI accreditation

University College Birmingham's Sports Management degree has become the first course of its kind in the world to be accredited by the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI).

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Enriched global learning experiences underway with new partnership

A new partnership between the Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts (SSCA) in India and University College Birmingham will strengthen academic experiences for students with a special new programme.

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hired@UCB helps cricket-mad student secure dream placement with Warwickshire

A sports student at University College Birmingham has praised staff for helping him to secure his dream placement at one of the country's elite cricket clubs.

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Javier Fernandez

During his master's degree, Javier took on placements at football clubs and the FA's national centre at St George's Park.

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Blog | Explainer: What is a top-up degree?

You might have heard the term ‘top-up degree' a lot without knowing quite what it is. How does it differ from a regular degree? Is it the right course for you? This blog will have the answer to all your…

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Women's health in sport to top agenda at university conference

University College Birmingham is set to host its sixth annual Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Conference (SPARC), with women's health in sport and exercise firmly at the top of the agenda.

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Track star Sadam eyes Commonwealth Games after medal success in new event

A University College Birmingham athlete is hoping to follow his Olympic debut by representing England at this year's Commonwealth Games – after winning a medal on one of his first attempts at a new event.

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Blog | What is the difference between a foundation year and a foundation degree?

You may have heard of foundation years and foundation degrees and wondered what the difference really is. In this blog, we look at both to help you decide whether a foundation degree is right for you.

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Judo ace off to World Championships after supporting Paralympians to glory in Tokyo

A judo ace studying at University College Birmingham is off to the Junior World Championships after supporting the Paralympic team to glory in Tokyo.

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Department of Health and Nutrition

Our Department of Health and Nutrition courses include degrees in nursing, physiotherapy and food and nutrition, backed by state-of-the-art simulation facilities on campus, including a six-bed hospital ward, and a food science suite.

Other

Lecturer

Darren Chesworth

Other

Lecturer

Ed Benskin

Other

Associate Lecturer

Ben Franks

Other

Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead, Food and Nutrition

Heather O'Neill

Other

Senior Lecturer

Matthew Holmes

Other

Lecturer

Dr Lourdes Santos-Merx

Other

Director of Strategic Partnership Projects

Mark Godwin

Other

Programme Lead, Sports Coaching and Education

Nathan Price

Other

Lecturer

David Hall

Other

Lecturer

Dr Fiona Higgs

Other

Department of Sport

Our Department of Sport provides hands-on training in everything from strength and conditioning to sports therapy and specialist management courses for the sports industry, with access to cutting-edge facilities.

Other

Vice Dean (School of Health, Life Sciences and Education)

Stephen Garvey

Other

Senior Lecturer

Jennie Phillips

Other

Senior Lecturer and Physiotherapy Practice Based Lead

Katarina Trumm

Other

Lecturer (FE Sport)

Dan Bennett

Other

Lecturer

Megan Dixon-Bath

Other

Deputy Head of Department

Carl Bennett

Other

Head of Department - Health and Nutrition

Carla Phillips

Other

International tuition fees

Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.

Other

Lecturer

George Babalev

Other

Lecturer

Holly Mills

Other

Senior Lecturer

Matt Greasley

Other

Senior Lecturer

Alex Harris

Other

Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead

Gareth Bate

Other

Lecturer

Dr Tom Taylor

Other

Business

University College Birmingham’s commitment to vocational education, from apprenticeships through to Master’s Degrees, means we actively promote engagement with business across a variety of platforms. We can support your industry through training and support, work placements and job opportunities –…

Other

Lecturer

John Lubaale

Other

Schools

University College Birmingham comprises of four schools, which are responsible for delivering courses to students at all levels of study.

Other

International Study at University College Birmingham

Voted in the top 25 for international study (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024), University College Birmingham, a renowned specialist university, offers a wide range of courses for international students.

Other

Our economic impact

At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.

Other

Study a UCB Programme Overseas

Find out more about studying a UCB Programme Overseas

Other

Whatuni award winners 2024

University College Birmingham has won awards for its student support, international and postgraduate provision in the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice.

Other

Accessibility Statement

The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

Other

Senior Lecturer

Scott Banks